Astro Scholarship

Start With A Dream, Finish With A Future: At Astro, we believe that accessible and quality education is the foundation to building a thriving society. Our scholarship programme aims to provide bright and deserving individuals from B40 group with the skills, knowledge, values, and attitudes to become future leaders. If you’re a pre-university student pursuing your first-degree course in eligible fields of study, we are looking for you!

Apply now and kickstart your dreams with Astro for a future filled with endless possibilities!

What our Scholars say...

Being awarded the scholarship from Astro, I am deeply grateful of the opportunity provided to pursue an undergraduate degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering at a university of my choice. With the support of Astro, I was able to focus on my studies without having to worry about financial commitments throughout the course. Besides that, an internship was included, allowing me to gain first hand experience in a corporate work setting and getting a feel of what to expect when I start working for Astro after graduation. As a scholar, I was also given the opportunity to participate in leadership programmes, to develop essential soft skills and discover my own's strengths and weaknesses.

Daniel Si Zhi Wen
Senior Associate, Backend Engineer, Software Engineering

I applied for the Astro scholarship with plans to obtain a degree in English Literature. Given the niche nature of my degree, I wasn’t sure I stood a chance – but throughout the process I was heartened to see that Astro gave consideration to a wide breadth of fields, including my own. The interviews felt more like insightful conversations that truly dived into my thought process and creative thinking, while also allowing me to have my say about local content creation. It’s been a decade since I graduated, but I am still at Astro and passionate about the work I’ve been able to do here. The Astro scholarship was a launchpad that allowed me to live a dream – it’s an experience for which I will always be grateful.

Soraya Kee
Brand Manager of LITE FM, Astro Audio

The Astro scholarship program gifted me an incredible opportunity to pursue my childhood dream: working with computers. Hence, I pursued an undergraduate degree in Computer Science. While the application process was challenging and pushed me out of my comfort zone, it was still incredibly rewarding as it offered valuable insights into real-world scenarios. Working in tech at a media company like Astro offers a unique blend of energy. In a day, I might walk past radio DJs entertaining audiences, news editors researching latest stories, and engineers collaborating on how to deliver videos over the Internet to Malaysians at scale, securely and efficiently. The best part? The tight-knit community of peers and mentors who cheer us on every step of the way.

Sidartha Rakuram
Assistant Vice President in Software Engineering

I wanted to study Law as I was interested in studying topics related to rights & freedoms - especially the freedom of expression. I remember when I applied for the Astro Scholarship that there were quite a few stages to it; it's been about 8-9 years now since that time, but I do remember feeling nervous for each stage especially the last couple of interview stages. The best part of the scholarship was that it gave me the opportunity to further my studies, which in turn gave me a lot of independence - where I grew and learnt so much about myself. I was also very grateful for the mentorship and guidance provided by Astro during my studies especially on soft skills. I definitely wouldn't be where I am today or even who I am today if it wasn't for this scholarship.

Kamilia
Associate in Strategy

What Does the Programme Cover?

Total scholarship amount not exceeding RM40,000 per annum

The scholarship covers tuition fees, living expenses, and a one-off device claim

Internship opportunity in Astro Group

Employment in Astro upon graduation

Who You Are

A Malaysian IC holder

Aged 25 and below

Min 3A’s for STPM / A-Levels or min CGPA 3.3 for Matriculation / Foundation/Diploma

Total monthly combined household income of RM5,250 and below

Strong leadership qualities through active participation in extra-curricular activities, community service, and/or sports events

Willing to serve Astro Group for a specified term upon graduation

Not bonded or not presently holding any financial assistance from other organisations and/or institutions

Commencing or currently undergoing full-time first-degree programme

Field of Studies

Open to Pre-University leavers and students undergoing their first full-time degree pursuing tertiary studies in:

IT / Computer Science / Software Engineering/ Cloud Architecture

Data Science / Mathematical Science

Cybersecurity

Finance / Accounting / Economics

Marketing / Marketing Communication / Communication Media Studies

Business Studies / Business Administration

Art and Design

Journalism / Broadcasting

Mass Communication / Public Relation

Human Resource

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the closing date for the scholarship application?

The scholarship application will be open from 1 August to 17 September 2024. All applications must be received by 11.59pm, 17 September 2024. Late submissions will not be considered.

How many times in a year does Astro offer scholarships?

Once a year, after the announcement of STPM and Diploma results.

Who can apply?

Open to Malaysian aged between 17 - 25 years with a combine household income of not more than RM5,250 per month.

Do you offer sponsorship to study overseas?

No, the scholarship is offered to full time courses in Malaysia only.

Will I have to work for the Astro group after I graduate?

You will be bonded to one full year of study equivalent to 1 year of employment bond with Astro Group, max of 3 years.

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Application opens from 1 August 2024 to 17 September 2024

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